Magical flowing wax candles

ABSTRACT

A candle which contains metallic particles  26 A and  26 B suspended in the wax  24 A and  24 B which visually flow continuously in the molten wax puddle  24 B whenever the wick  20  is lit with flame  22.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] Not applicable.

BACKGROUND

[0002] 1. Field of Invention

[0003] This invention relates to candles, specifically to such candles that contain metallic particles which visually flow in the molten wax in a perpetual motion for as long as they are lit.

[0004] 2. Description of Prior Art

[0005] There are several patents that pertain to compositions of wax for making candles, but there is no prior art that relates to candles with particles that visually move or flow in the wax.

[0006] Below are listed U.S. patents that pertain to the composition of wax in candles:

[0007] U.S. Pat. No. 3,925,029 to Wilson, Aug. 14, 1973, relates to a wax composition that provides less shrinkage when making candles.

[0008] U.S. Pat. No. 4,002,706 to Pretorious Feb. 20, 1975, relates to wax hardness.

[0009] U.S. Pat. No. 4,005,978 to Calabretta, Mar. 4, 1975, relates to a wax composition with improved casting ability.

[0010] U.S. Pat. No. 4,038,297 to Rodenberg, Apr. 10, 1975, relates to a high molecular weight monocarbonylic acids and ozonization process.

[0011] U.S. Pat. No. 4,073,741 to Heintz, Mar. 5, 1976, relates to a cobalt oxide chlorate candle which is substantially fuel free.

[0012] U.S. Pat. No. 4,118,203 to Beardmore, May 18, 1977, relates to a wax composition with inproved mold release properties.

[0013] U.S. Pat. No. 4,813,975 to Poulina, Sep. 23, 1987, relates to a fatty acid wax composition for pressing candles.

[0014] U.S. Pat. No. 5,378,248 to Yang, Jun. 14, 1993, relates to a wax composition utilizing cera alba, petrolium jelly, and stearic acid.

[0015] U.S. Pat. No. 3,871,815 to Cangardel, Feb. 11, 1974, and U.S. Pat. No. 5,127,922 to Bension, Sep. 15, 1989, both relate to candles which produce a colored flame.

[0016] The above cited examples of prior art are as close as could be found to my invention, but not one of them is applicable.

OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGES

[0017] Accordingly, several objects and advantages of my candles are:

[0018] (a) This is the first candle that produces a visually intriguing motion of shiney metallic particles 26B in the molten wax puddle 24B which surrounds the wick 20 and flame 22.

[0019] (b) The flowing motion of the metallic particles 26B in the molten wax puddle 24B is perpetual as long as the candle is lit or until it burns completely down and out.

[0020] (c) The flowing particles 26B move in a visually stimulating manner from the wick 20 in the center outwardly in all directions in an ever expanding pattern.

[0021] (d) Gentle air currents in the room produce swirling patterns in the flowing particles 26B.

[0022] (e) The visual effect of the perpetually flowing particles 26B is very soothing, even hypnotic.

[0023] (f) My candles do not require any new tooling or new manufacturing methods. Existing candle molds and candle making equipment will work.

[0024] (g) Magical Flowing Wax Candles can be made in any size or shape.

[0025] (h) Additives such as colors, fragrances, and decorations may be utilized.

[0026] Further objects and advantages of my candles will become apparent from a consideration of the drawings and ensuing descriptions.

DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0027]FIG. 1 is a perspective view of my invention.

[0028]FIG. 2 is a cross-section view of my invention which shows the route of the flowing particles 26B as they flow outwardly from the wick 20 and the flame 22 until they reach the outer edge of the molten wax puddle 24B where they sink downward and circulate back toward the center and up to the surface again.

[0029]FIG. 3 is a birds-eye view of my candle which shows the visual motion of the metallic particles 26B as they flow outwardly from the center in all directions. FIG. 3 does not show how the particles 26B sink downward as they reach the outer edge of the molten wax puddle 24B returning to the center.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS IN DRAWINGS

[0030]20 Wick

[0031]22 Flame

[0032]24A Solid wax

[0033]24B Molten wax puddle

[0034]26A Metallic particles suspended (motionless) in solid wax.

[0035]26B Metallic particles flowing (moving) in molten wax.

DESCRIPTION OF INVENTION

[0036]FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of a basic embodiment of my candle. The candle consists of a wick 20 surrounded by wax 24A and 24B.

[0037] The composition of the wax 24A and 24B consists of 94% parafin wax, 5% thickening agent, and 1% metallic particles 24A and 24B.

[0038] The preferred embodiment of the candle should have a flat top as in FIG. 1, FIG. 2, and FIG. 3 so as to allow for a pool of molten wax 24B surrounding the wick 20 when it is lit with flame 22.

[0039] The precise amount of thickening agent provides for the metallic particles 26A and 26B to stay suspended in the wax whether it is in a solid state 24A or a liquid/molten state 24B. Without the thickening agent the metallic particles 26B initially will flow when the wick 20 is lit, but eventually the particles 26B settle to the bottom of the molten wax puddle 24B and stop moving or flowing.

[0040] Either of two thickening agents are preferred: Fumed silica—available from Degussa-Huls of Ridgefield Park, N.J. or Bentone Gel MIO available from Rheo Incorporated of Hightstown, N.J.

[0041] The metallic particles 26A and 26B are suspended in the parafin wax 24A and 24B. They stay stationary (motionless) in the solid wax 24A, and they visually flow constantly outward from the wick 20 in the molten wax puddle 24B whenever the wick 20 is lit with flame 22.

[0042] As the flowing particles 26B reach the outer edge of the molten wax puddle 24B they sink downward circulating back in toward the wick 20 in the center where they come up to the surface to continue the cycle.

[0043] Either of two metallic particles 26A and 26B are preferred: Rich Gold XM-18 available from Eckart Company of Paynesville, OIL or Magna Pearl 1000 available from Englehardt Company of Peekskill, N.Y.

ALTERNATIVE EMBODIMENTS

[0044] There are infinite possibilities with regard to size, shape, and color of my candles. Any size, color, or shape will work. Shapes which allow for the largest puddle of molten wax 24B are preferred such as those with a flat or cupped top surface.

[0045] Multiple colors, fragrances or decorations may be added or omitted.

[0046] Embodiments with multiple wicks 20 are also possible and even desirable as there is intermingling of the flowing particles 26B where the molten wax puddles 24B intersect each other creating additional visual interest.

OPERATION-FIG. 1

[0047] To operate the candle simply light a flame 22 to the wick 20. Heat from the flame 22 begins to melt the solid wax 24A transforming it into the molten wax puddle 24B. Simultaneously the metallic particles suspended in solid wax 26A become flowing metallic particles in the molten wax 26B.

[0048] The particles in the molten wax 26B flow away from the wick 20 and flame 22 outwardly in all directions on a plane level with the surface of the wax puddle 26B. As the flowing particles 26B reach the outer edge of the molten wax puddle 24B they sink downwards and inwardly toward the wick 20, then up again to the surface completing the cycle.

[0049] The flowing particles 26B in the molten wax puddle 24B continue to flow in this manner as long as the wick 20 is lit with flame 22.

CONCLUSION, RAMIFICATIONS AND SCOPE OF INVENTION

[0050] The reader will see that this invention has distinct advantages over existing candles. The flowing motion of particles 26B creates a unique visual phenomenon.

[0051] The perpetual flowing motion can be visually soothing much like that of a waterfall or water fountain.

[0052] Magical Flowing Wax Candles can be made in unlimited sizes, shapes, and colors. The possible combinations are infinite.

[0053] Thus the scope of the invention should be determined by the appended claims and their equivalents, rather than by the examples given. 

I claim:
 1. A candle wax composition comprising a mixture of wax and particles whereby said particles move visually in molten wax.
 2. The candle of claim 1 further including a thickening agent as a means for keeping said particles suspended as they move in said molten wax.
 3. The candle of claim 1 whereby said thickening agent is either Fumed Silica or Bentone Gel MIO.
 4. The candle of claim 1 whereby said particles are metallic.
 5. The candle of claim 1 whereby the metallic particles are either Magna Pearl 1000 or Rich Gold XM-18. 